Backpacking Individual Equipment List

2012 Knights of Heroes

Backpacking Individual Equipment List

The list below is in addition to the “Knights Personal Equipment List”. Each Knight attending the High Adventure Camp will need these items packed in their back pack ready to hit the trail Monday morning. All other items from the “Knights Personal Equipment List” need to be packed in a separate suitcase/bag.

Back Pack with Padded Hip Belt

Ask for a weekend trip backpack 1-4 days around 2,800-3,400 cubic inches.

Pack Cover – Waterproof Nylon, DO NOT SKIMP

Sleeping Bag (synthetic) in Waterproof Stuff Sack

Maximum Weight – 3.5 lbs, 30 degree

Sleep Clothes – Tee Shirt and Lightweight Shorts

Foam Sleeping Pad

Straps to Hold Sleeping Bag on Pack (if External Frame)

1 Pair Waterproof Hiking Boots – Well Broken-In

1 Pair Camp Shoes – Closed Toe, Lightweight (Running Shoes)

2 Pairs Heavy Hiking Socks – NOT Cotton

2 Pairs Underwear – NOT Cotton (Polypro Boxers)

2 Tee Shirts – NOT Cotton (Moisture Wicking Material)

1 Pair Hiking Shorts – NOT Cotton

1 Pair Convertible Zip-off Long Pants – NOT Cotton

1 Hat with Brim (No Flat OG Style)

1 Long Sleeve Polar Fleece Jacket – Lightweight

1 Stocking Hat – Wool or Polar Fleece

1 Rain Jacket – Lightweight, DO NOT SKIMP (NO Poncho’s)

1 Rain Pants – Lightweight, DO NOT SKIMP

2 One Quart Nalgene Bottles OR Personal Hydration System and 1 Water Bottle

Small Pocketknife

Matches and Lighter in Waterproof Container

Flashlight – Lightweight, Size That Holds 2 Double A Batteries

1 Set Spare Batteries

1 Bandanna

Lip Balm – SPF 25

Toothbrush/Toothpaste – Travel Size

Small Towel

We will provide many items that will be used on the trek such as tents, eating utensils, stoves etc.

For questions please call Tim Swenson Cell 303-919-9792